CTO in GameDev

Hitapps is a GameDev company specializing in puzzle games. Its products have achieved over 150M+ combined downloads and are regularly featured in the top Games charts.

• Define and execute the company’s technology strategy;
• Oversee game development from prototype to release and post-launch support;
• Lead approximately 50 technical specialists across all departments and units;
• Build and scale the development team through hiring, mentoring, and growing technical leads;
• Select and implement technologies, game engines, and development tools;
• Own project architecture, including client-server components, networking code, and multiplayer game backend;
• Ensure game performance, stability, and optimization across target platforms;
• Collaborate with other departments to balance technical feasibility with creative vision;
• Manage the technical budget and development resources;
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies, including AI/ML in gaming, procedural generation, cloud services, and cross-platform development;
• Maintain code quality standards and implement code reviews, CI/CD, and automated testing;
• Manage risks related to technical debt and development timelines.

• 7+ Years of experience in game development, including 3+ years in senior technical leadership roles such as CTO, Technical Director, or Head of Development;
• Proven track record of shipping at least one game project;
• Deep knowledge of Unity and C#;
• Understanding of multiplayer game architecture, networking technologies, and server infrastructure;
• Experience building and managing development teams of 50+ people;
• Experience optimizing game performance across various platforms;
• Understanding of game monetization models and their technical implementation, including F2P, live-ops, and IAP;
• Experience with budgeting and technical resource planning;
• Attention to detail and systems-level thinking;
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to operate at the intersection of technology and creativity;
• Nice to have: multiple shipped projects across platforms.

• Competitive compensation;
• 100% Compensation for vacations and sick leaves;
• 12 Additional paid days off per year;
• Budget for personal education, language courses, and sports activities;
• Conference attendance at top industry events;
• Zero bureaucracy and a supportive, transparent culture.